The Karachi administration has extended ban on 1+4 rickshaws across six more major roads of the city, with authorities instructed to register cases against violators under Section 188.
The restriction, enforced under Section 144, was announced through a notification issued by the Karachi Commissioner. The ban, previously limited to 20 roads, has now been expanded to 26 key arteries in an effort to improve traffic flow.
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According to the notification, the decision was taken on the recommendation of the DIG Traffic, who advised limiting rickshaw movement to reduce congestion. A complete ban on rickshaws from Shahrah-e-Faisal to II Chundrigar Road has been enforced with immediate effect.
The order states that the rickshaw ban will remain effective from October 18 to December 17, and SHOs have been directed to lodge FIRs under Section 188 in case of violations. Relevant departments and deputy commissioners have been instructed to ensure strict and immediate compliance.
Officials said the decision was prompted by public complaints, persistent traffic jams, and accident risks on major roads. The Karachi commissioner has now extended the ban to six additional major routes, widening the enforcement zone.
